How To Reset PC To Factory Settings?

Back up important files (documents, photos, downloads, product keys)

Unplug external drives and accessories (except keyboard/mouse if needed)

Open Settings

Select System

Select Recovery

Under Reset this PC, select Get started

Choose one option:

Keep my files

Remove everything

Select Cloud download or Local reinstall (if available)

Review the settings shown on screen

Select Next

Select Reset

Follow any on-screen prompts

Restart and complete initial setup (region, keyboard, sign-in)

Reinstall apps and restore backed-up files

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